Is there a direct train from Heerlen to Ghent?

The journey between Heerlen and Ghent usually involves 15 changes of train.We usually find at least one departure on the route from Heerlen to Ghent every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Heerlen to Ghent?

The Heerlen to Ghent train travel takes about 2 hours and 23 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Heerlen to Ghent train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Ghent leaving Heerlen at around 00:18 and the last train leaving at around 23:49.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Heerlen at around 00:18, with the final departure at 23:48.

Heerlen to Ghent by train

First train

00:18
Last train

23:49

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

2hr 23m

Distance

160 kilometres
Trains per day

20

Avg. journey time

4hr 42m
Train operators

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Train cost from Heerlen to Ghent

Ready to book tickets from Heerlen to Ghent? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

The cheapest tickets between Heerlen and Ghent typically run US$37.50.
If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .
If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .
You can book travel between these two destinations 6 months in advance.

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Train times for travel between Heerlen and Ghent

If you are taking the train from Heerlen to Ghent, you will have 20 trains each day (with a departure every 42 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 00:18. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 23:49. On weekends, the first train departs at 00:18, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 23:48.

Train travel time and distance from Heerlen to Ghent

Trains can complete this route in as little as 2 hours and 23 minutes. The total distance travelled is 160 kilometres.

Booking Heerlen to Ghent trains in advance

Booking your Heerlen to Ghent tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 6 months before departure.

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Frequently asked questions

How far is the train trip from Heerlen to Ghent?

The total distance from Heerlen to Ghent is 160 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Heerlen to Ghent?

The cheapest fare on this route is US$37.50. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .

How far in advance can I book my Heerlen to Ghent train travel?

Tickets for travel along this route go on sale 6 months in advance.

How long does it take to get from Heerlen to Ghent?

The quickest journey is 2 hours and 23 minutes.

Ghent to Heerlen by train

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